Hip Surgery / Hip Resurfacing in Bangalore
Patients who need to have hip replacements under the age of 50 – 55, assuming they have normal life span, have a very high chance that the conventional hip replacement will wear out and need to be … replaced during their lifetime. The resurfacing procedure offers potentially significant advantages in this group
What is Hip Surfacing
Hip resurfacing is a type of hip replacement which replaces the two surfaces of the hip joint.
The procedure is very bone conserving as the head of the femur is retained. Instead of removing the head completely, it is shaped to accept an anatomically sized metal sphere.
The surface of the acetabulum (the socket) is replaced with a metal implant, which is fitted directly into the bone.
Who is fit candidate for hip resurfacing
This operation is primarily intended for use in people who are in need of a hip replacement at a younger age, primarily under 55 years old.
People aged between 55 and 65 who are very active and otherwise fit may also be suitable and this will be determined by their bone quality.
Patients who have extreme deformity of either the head of the femur or the acetabulum due to arthritis of the hip unfortunately are not good candidates for this type of surgery.
Why do you need hip surfacing
- Stop your hip hurting
- Improve your mobility
- Improve your quality of life
How can i reduce the risk of problems
To minimise the risk of your new hip dislocating, you are advised to follow a few simple rules for the first six weeks.
Do not bend your new hip more than a right angle or 90. Especially when sitting down or getting up off your chair, your bed or the toilet. Do not bend far when putting on clothes or shoes. Do not bend down to the floor.
Do not cross your legs at knee or ankle (even when sleeping).If you normally sleep on your side, talk to your physiotherapist or occupational therapist about safe ways to do this.
